How many points is DYAD worth in Scrabble?

DYAD is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DYAD?

DYAD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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Scrabble Dictionary

9 pts

DYAD is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. DYAD means "a pair of units".

/ˈdaɪ.æd/

A set of two elements treated as one; a pair.
Any set of two different pitch classes.
A pair of things standing in particular relation; dyadic relation.
Example: "For each individual in a specific dyad (i.e., mother-offspring, offspring-father, sibling-sibling),..." Debra Lieberman, John Tooby, and Leda Cosmides - The evolution of human incest avoidance mechanisms: an evolutionary psychological approach, p. 20

Synonyms: couple, duad

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a pair of units

In a sentence: "The dyad is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DYAD. It scores 9 points.

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Is DYAD a Scrabble word?: DYAD is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does DYAD mean?: a pair of units
How do you use DYAD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The dyad is noted."
How many points is DYAD worth in Scrabble?: DYAD is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DYAD?: DYAD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).